Is Form 3977 a 2026 form because the birth page updated in 2026?
No. Georgia DPH's birth page may show a recent update date, but the linked Form 3977 PDF form face identifies REVISED 09/2018. This guide uses that form-face revision.
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Georgia Form 3977 Affidavit for Amendment: Notary Requirements
Georgia Form 3977 Affidavit for Amendment (form face REVISED 09/2018) is for general amendments after one year—notarization does not approve the amendment or establish paternity.
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Last reviewed September 20, 2026
Quick Answer
What notary and fee rules apply to Georgia Form 3977?
Georgia DPH's birth page links Affidavit for Amendment (Form 3977) for general amendments after one year of age. The form face identifies FORM 3977 REVISED 09/2018—do not treat the page's 2026 update date as a 2026 form revision.
The registrant, parent, or legal representative signs the affidavit section before a notary, who signs, dates the sworn statement, records commission expiration, and impresses the seal. Amendment fee is $10 (does not include a certified copy). Form 3977 should not be used to establish paternity. Confirm remote online notarization acceptance before booking.
Georgia Form 3977 facts
| Item | Verified detail |
|---|---|
| Form | Affidavit for Amendment (Form 3977) |
| Revision on form face | FORM 3977 REVISED 09/2018 (Georgia DPH birth page links this PDF; page update date is not a 2026 form revision) |
| When used | General amendment after 1 year of age (current-year corrections use a different affidavit) |
| Amendment fee | $10 — does not include certified copies; non-refundable |
| Certified copy fees on form | $25 for a certified birth/death copy; $5 for each additional copy purchased at the same time |
| RON status | Recipient confirmation required — notary block on 3977; no express Georgia Vital Records RON acceptance statement reviewed |
Georgia separates current-year corrections (within one year of the child's birthday, no charge for the correction itself) from general amendments after one year of age. Form 3977 is the Affidavit for Amendment pathway linked from the State Office of Vital Records birth page.
iRemoteNotary is a national and international online-notary organization. Remote online notarization is performed under the law of the online notary's commissioning state. For other amendment affidavits, see the Vital Records Notary Center or Florida DH 430 / DH 433.
Current-Year Correction vs General Amendment
Current Year Corrections (CYC) are corrections within one year of the child's birthday. Georgia states there is no charge for current-year corrections and links a separate Affidavit for Current Year Correction.
General amendments are changes after one year of age. Georgia lists Form 3977 among the amendment tools, alongside adoption, legitimation, adding a spouse, and paternity acknowledgment forms for other pathways.
| Pathway | Timing | Form called out |
|---|---|---|
| Current-year correction | Within 1 year of birthday | Affidavit for Current Year Correction (not 3977) |
| General amendment | After 1 year of age | Affidavit for Amendment (Form 3977) |
Who Signs and the Notary Block
Form 3977 instructions state the Amended Birth Certificate form must be completed by the registrant, the parent, or the legal representative. The affidavit section must be signed by the registrant or parent before the notary.
The notary shall sign, enter the date the information was sworn and subscribed, enter the date the notary commission expires, and impress the notary seal in the marked seal space. Applicants must not write below the solid line marked for office use.
- Confirm you need Form 3977 (after age 1) rather than the current-year correction affidavit
- Use the official Form 3977 PDF linked from Georgia DPH (form face REVISED 09/2018)
- Complete fields in black or blue-black ink; type or print
- Sign the affidavit only before the notary
- Include photo ID with mail requests and correct fees
- Confirm RON acceptance before booking remote online notarization
Ready to notarize Georgia Form 3977?
If you have the current unsigned Form 3977, understand that notarization does not approve the amendment, and you will confirm recipient acceptance of remote online notarization, start a secure session with a commissioned U.S. online notary.
Fees, Paternity Limit, and Mail ID
The amendment fee is $10.00 and does not include certified copies. Certified copies of birth and death certificates are $25.00, plus $5.00 for each additional copy purchased at the same time. Mail requests need a U.S. money order or certified check payable to the State Office of Vital Records and a valid copy of photo ID—do not send cash by mail.
Form 3977 should not be used to establish paternity. Use Georgia's separate paternity acknowledgment or court pathways when parentage must be established.
Important Limits
Notary ≠ amendment approval. iRemoteNotary does not issue Georgia vital records, determine eligibility, approve amendments, issue apostilles, or guarantee acceptance.
For apostille questions after you hold a certified record, see online notarized document and apostille.
Frequently asked questions
Does the $10 amendment fee include a certified copy?
No. The $10 amendment fee is separate. Certified copies are $25 each, plus $5 for each additional copy purchased at the same time, per the form.
Can Form 3977 establish paternity?
No. Form 3977 should not be used to establish paternity. Use the dedicated paternity or court pathways Georgia publishes.
What must the notary include on Form 3977?
Notary signature, date sworn and subscribed, commission expiration date, and impressed seal in the marked space.
Do mail requests need photo ID?
Yes. A valid copy of photo ID must accompany the mailed request with payment.
Can I use remote online notarization for Form 3977?
Only if Georgia State Office of Vital Records accepts a remotely notarized Form 3977 for your submission. Confirm before booking. Recipient confirmation is required.
Sources and Official References
The following primary sources support the legal and procedural information in this guide. Requirements can change, so confirm current rules with the receiving organization before relying on a notarized document.
Birth Records — Certificate Corrections(opens in a new tab)
Georgia Department of Public Health
Accessed September 20, 2026
Affidavit for Amendment (Form 3977)(opens in a new tab)
Georgia Department of Public Health
Accessed September 20, 2026
Georgia Form 3977 ready to notarize?
Confirm you need the after-age-1 amendment pathway, use Form 3977 (form face REVISED 09/2018), complete the notary block correctly, include $10 plus any certified-copy fees and photo ID for mail, and confirm remote online notarization acceptance before booking a commissioned U.S. online notary.